VH1 declared her as being one of the most prominent and talented artists of the last few decades and when you look at the track record and current status of Alicia Keys it is easy to see why. The singer and performer doesn't just create popular dance music that has been a mainstay in nighclubs and dance halls for the better part of a decade, she also does acting work in popular films such as Smokin' Aces and steps out often as a key figure in the fashion and glamour industry.
It was in the 'noughties' where Alicia Keys helped us dance our way through the first steps of the new millennium with her critically appraised dance tracks and hit singles which have been the life blood of the party then and now. She has also stepped out and showcased her more glamorous side by demonstrating a fashion-savvy that has been popular with photographers and fans alike.
It was at a charity event, the Keep a Child Alive Black Ball in June, where Keys was able to make a statement that she was up to date with the fashion scene. She stepped out in a resplendent shoulderless gown with a feather train, and she was even able to balance the softness of the fabric with heavy jewellery and accessories, like a spiked metal belt, showing us that she has the sense to dress well and for accessorising competently.
But the singer and song-writer is far from obsessed with how she looks, and it is characteristic of her down-to-earth personality that she is willing to step out without make-up or an overly glamorous dress. She attended the Alexander Wang and Altuzarra 2011 Fashion show and let the models on the catwalk do the talking as she relaxed and talked to the other guests, looking good in a white jacket and plain black skirt. It was fresh to see a more real look and highlighted the star's boldness to be herself.
Jewellery, though, must be considered the weakness of Alicia Keys' life. The fashion icon can scarcely be seen without sporting some of her favourite pieces, and in 2009 she wanted to share this love of jewellery that makes a statement about the individual by bringing out a designer range courtesy of Gisle Therault, of which each piece had an intricate design and a poem to help inspire the owner to believe in themselves and to be themselves. It was a lovely motivation for producing a designer range and a welcome thing to see among the many endorsements and other ranges.
If there is one golden rule with jewellery, though, it's that diamonds are a girl's best friend and Keys has proven no exception to this rule. Among the pieces she chooses to wear, the diamond is probably the most commonly recurring, and at the aptly titled 'Alicia Keys and her Piano' concert in Paris she showed off some sparkle with pieces from the prominent De Beers collection; with well over a hundred diamonds being worn by the singer.
A considerable amount has happened already for Alicia Keys, and her life seems to get better and better as she moves from strength to strength. Her performance at the BET Awards 2011 was a sign that she is sought after by many lucrative events to perform, and that her career in music is set to continue.
But it's not all about the music, as Keys has taken on other professions such as acting and fashion designing. She is one of the lucky people who had the chance to do for a living what they were passionate about, and to be involved with many fantastic projects in a diverse range of industries. She is a multi-talented individual, and with her marriage to Swizz Beatz going strong it seems that the future is bright for Keys.
It was in the 'noughties' where Alicia Keys helped us dance our way through the first steps of the new millennium with her critically appraised dance tracks and hit singles which have been the life blood of the party then and now. She has also stepped out and showcased her more glamorous side by demonstrating a fashion-savvy that has been popular with photographers and fans alike.
It was at a charity event, the Keep a Child Alive Black Ball in June, where Keys was able to make a statement that she was up to date with the fashion scene. She stepped out in a resplendent shoulderless gown with a feather train, and she was even able to balance the softness of the fabric with heavy jewellery and accessories, like a spiked metal belt, showing us that she has the sense to dress well and for accessorising competently.
But the singer and song-writer is far from obsessed with how she looks, and it is characteristic of her down-to-earth personality that she is willing to step out without make-up or an overly glamorous dress. She attended the Alexander Wang and Altuzarra 2011 Fashion show and let the models on the catwalk do the talking as she relaxed and talked to the other guests, looking good in a white jacket and plain black skirt. It was fresh to see a more real look and highlighted the star's boldness to be herself.
Jewellery, though, must be considered the weakness of Alicia Keys' life. The fashion icon can scarcely be seen without sporting some of her favourite pieces, and in 2009 she wanted to share this love of jewellery that makes a statement about the individual by bringing out a designer range courtesy of Gisle Therault, of which each piece had an intricate design and a poem to help inspire the owner to believe in themselves and to be themselves. It was a lovely motivation for producing a designer range and a welcome thing to see among the many endorsements and other ranges.
If there is one golden rule with jewellery, though, it's that diamonds are a girl's best friend and Keys has proven no exception to this rule. Among the pieces she chooses to wear, the diamond is probably the most commonly recurring, and at the aptly titled 'Alicia Keys and her Piano' concert in Paris she showed off some sparkle with pieces from the prominent De Beers collection; with well over a hundred diamonds being worn by the singer.
A considerable amount has happened already for Alicia Keys, and her life seems to get better and better as she moves from strength to strength. Her performance at the BET Awards 2011 was a sign that she is sought after by many lucrative events to perform, and that her career in music is set to continue.
But it's not all about the music, as Keys has taken on other professions such as acting and fashion designing. She is one of the lucky people who had the chance to do for a living what they were passionate about, and to be involved with many fantastic projects in a diverse range of industries. She is a multi-talented individual, and with her marriage to Swizz Beatz going strong it seems that the future is bright for Keys.
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